With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy locked at 1-1, this match is crucial for India\u2019s hopes of clinching the series and solidifying their chances of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kohli\u2019s form has been a mixed bag in the ongoing series. While his century in Perth played a pivotal role in India\u2019s victory, his performances in the other matches have been underwhelming. With just 126 runs across six innings at an average of 30, Kohli has failed to maintain consistency. Excluding his Perth hundred, he has scored only 26 runs in five innings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking to Star Sports, Bangar highlighted the technical challenges Kohli has faced, particularly with deliveries outside the off-stump. Australian bowlers have effectively targeted this weakness, forcing Kohli to make errors. However, the former Indian cricketer stressed that patience and a calm approach at the crease could be Kohli\u2019s antidote to these struggles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Sometimes you need to keep your status as a batter in control a little. When you surrender slightly to the game, spend a little time, ease out in the middle for some time, wait for the bowler to come to you, and do not go yourself towards the bowler, that's the sign of a big player,\" Bangar said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The MCG offers Kohli a stage that has been kind to him in the past. With 316 runs at an average of 52.66 at this venue, Kohli has fond memories, including a majestic 169-run knock in the Boxing Day Test of 2014. The conditions in Melbourne - famed for offering bounce and carry - align with Kohli\u2019s strengths, making this match a golden chance for him to rediscover his form.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bangar added that Kohli needs to focus on playing deliveries close to his front pad, a method that could help him regain rhythm and fluency. \"Play as many balls as possible close to your front pad and then the runs will flow. It\u2019s not that he hasn\u2019t scored runs; he scored a century three innings ago.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cVirat\u2019s role in this high-stakes encounter could be the difference-maker. He has done it before at the MCG, and there is no reason why he can\u2019t do it again,\" Bangar pointed out.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bangar added that Kohli needs to focus on playing deliveries close to his front pad, a method that could help him regain rhythm and fluency. \"Play as many balls as possible close to your front pad and then the runs will flow. It\u2019s not that he hasn\u2019t scored runs; he scored a century three innings ago.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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